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4.02 AVERAGE
4.02 AVERAGE
medium-paced
Heartbreakingly reminded me of my relationship with my sister. I desperately want my older sister to read this.
I got so attached to this book. Labeled YA but really didn't feel like it.
emotional
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fun and Fast read. I felt like I was watching a TV show. I found myself wanting to settle in and get back to the book because I want to know what happens next. Both being East Asian, I felt connected to the main character for her dysfunctional relationship with her family and with herself. I even feel connected to her faults. Her journey in the book reminds me of the early years of my undergrad self as well. I especially feel connected to her gravitation towards getting better and really seeing her bring that from her subconscious into her consciousness. I was rooting for Jayne the whole time.
I love how well-rounded the main character is and the way she pushes herself to show up with her sister - especially when things are complicated.
I'm inspired to read more fiction books like this this year.
I love how well-rounded the main character is and the way she pushes herself to show up with her sister - especially when things are complicated.
I'm inspired to read more fiction books like this this year.
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Yolk is a beautifully-written novel set in New York that follows two sisters – Jayne and June. With a difficult relationship, both are keeping secrets from the other, so when Jayne actually sees her sister (for... read the full review here: https://www.amysbookshelf.co.uk/2021/10/yolk-book-review/